Network Development Engineer, Media Systems Engineering

Amazon MGM Studios is seeking a Network Development Engineer to support the deployment and maintenance of studio productions network, security, and IT technologies. In this role, you will design, implement, and troubleshoot network infrastructure that enables world-class content production across our studio facilities. You will work closely with production teams, security engineers, and IT operations to ensure reliable, high-performance connectivity for active film and television productions., * Design network topologies and services to meet evolving requirements, and create supporting documentation.

• Deploy and maintain LAN, WAN, wireless, and VoIP infrastructure across Studio locations.
• Collaborate with Security teams to evaluate and approve network security posture for facilities handling unreleased content
• Monitor network performance, respond to real-time alerts, and troubleshoot connectivity issues across wired, wireless, and VoIP systems.
• Manage and support on-site compute, server, and storage platforms that enable production data workflows and media asset handling.
• Track and resolve user-reported issues through the ticketing system while maintaining documentation of resolutions and standard operating procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance on network equipment, manage cabling infrastructure, and coordinate with vendors during outages or installations.
• Maintain network diagrams, runbooks, and standard operating procedures for all studio environments

A day in the life

We are looking for innovative minds to join our fast-paced team. You will work in an agile environment to develop advanced solutions that revolutionize both our Studio operations and the broader entertainment industry. You will be challenged to think broadly and pioneer innovative approaches while contributing to Amazon’s strategic vision. You will also be supported by a talented team of peers that work each day to positively impact our customers. This is an evolving business where creativity and drive can make a lasting impact. If you are energized by rapid growth and transformative technology, we want to hear from you.

About the team

The Media Systems Engineering team designs and delivers production and post-production environments, technology solutions, and hybrid infrastructure that automate, streamline, and optimize audio and video workflows throughout the content creation lifecycle at Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video.

Please note this role will require a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays due to the nature of Studio based work

• Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals such as BGP, OSPF and other R&S technologies
• Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP
• Experience with network troubleshooting tools (telnet, test-netconnection, tracert, tracetcp, iperf, ntttcp, dig, and packet capture tools), or experience in managing and troublshooting network and experience with automation and any version control tools
• Bachelor’s degree, or experience in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Networking Engineering)
• Demonstrated professional experience in network engineering, development, or operations
• Experience with enterprise firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, or equivalent), * Experience designing or supporting networks in media, entertainment, or production studio environments.
• Experience with network automation or scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform).
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS VPC, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway).
• Experience with VoIP/IP telephony platforms (Cisco UCM, Avaya, or similar).
• Experience administering SAN/NAS storage systems (NetApp, Isilon, Pure Storage, or equivalent). Knowledge of storage protocols including FC, iSCSI, NFS, and SMB.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or AWS Cloud Practitioner.

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